2001 U.S. Capitol Visitor Center Commemorative Half Dollar
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About This Coin
The 2001 U.S. Capitol Visitor Center Commemorative Half Dollar is a United States half dollar from the Modern Commemorative Half Dollars (1982-Date) series — 10th of 26 years in the series. In 2001, coins were struck at the Philadelphia Mint with a combined mintage of 177,119. This ranks 13th of 30 years by total mintage, below the series median of 340,707. The obverse features designs varying by commemorative issue and the reverse displays designs varying by commemorative issue. A modern issue from an era of rotating coin designs, collector-focused programs, and renewed interest in numismatic artistry. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel over a pure copper center, weighing 11.34 grams, 30.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. A notable auction result reached $4.1K in PR70 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by Dean McMullen/Alex Shagin and Marcel Jovine.
